Software Engineer II
Microsoft
Redmond, Washington, U.S.
Full-Time
Posted Sep 09, 2025
3 days / week in-office
Compensation
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About the role
Windows Cloud Experiences (WCX) is developing a best-in-class VDI solution to enable millions of customers to work with physical and virtual PCs. WCX is hiring a Software Engineer II for the Cloud Streaming, Mixed Reality and Graphics (CMG) Team to help realize the future of computing by shifting workloads to the cloud.
Responsibilities
- Developing the next generation of cloud streaming technology for Virtual Desktop Interface (VDI) experiences.
- Designing, implementing, and evolving new tools and techniques to analyze and improve the visual quality and responsiveness of cloud streaming.
- Working in close partnership with a team of diverse and talented peers in various disciplines including design, hardware, Program Management, and Software Development for sustained long term success, and partnering with your peers and technical leadership to deliver solid technical designs and architectures.
- Working on all aspects of Software Development including design, implementation, testing, maintenance, documentation and delivery.
- End-to-end ownership of your engineering activities and deliverables, from ideation to delivery.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related technical field AND 2+ years technical engineering experience with coding in languages including, but not limited to, C, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, or Python
- OR equivalent experience.
- 2+ years industry experience with C++ development and debugging skills.
- Experience developing, debugging, profiling, and optimizing code on different hardware platforms running the Windows operating system.
- Experience working in a team environment on a shared code base.
- Experience delivering high quality solutions for technical challenges.
Benefits
- Industry leading healthcare
- Educational resources
- Discounts on products and services
- Savings and investments
- Maternity and paternity leave
- Generous time away
- Giving programs
- Opportunities to network and connect
About the Company
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals.
Job Details
Salary Range
$100,600 - $199,000/yearly
Location
Redmond, Washington, U.S.
Employment Type
Full-Time
Original Posting
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